86 Growing Flowers 



A bunch of lilacs has its place in every garden, 

 however small. They require little cultivation, 

 an application of manure once a year being 

 sufficient to keep them going, and they will 

 thrive somewhat even without the annual applica- 

 tion. They are among the early flowers and much 

 appreciated. 



Lilacs should not be pruned directly after blooming, 

 but should be left alone until the spring of the 

 following year. They do not need to be covered 

 during the winter even in cold climates. 



A hedge of lilac is most beautiful even after the 

 flowers have ceased. It should be kept pruned as 

 closely as privet, and small flowers or shrubs should 

 be planted near to hide the bare lower branches 



Lilies 



Lilies-of-the-valley require a rich, leafy mold, 

 plenty of moisture, and little or no sunlight. The 

 bulbs should be planted in the fall and covered over 

 well with soil and leaves. 



A cluster of bulbs of the lily-of-the-valley should 

 always be separated and set three or four inches 

 apart. They will multiply rapidly in one season, 

 hence should be given plenty of root room. 



